Krill Protein
meat · base score 0.8 · also listed as krill protein, ground krill protein
What is it?
Krill Protein is a meat ingredient. Graded medium: nutritionally adequate and nothing to worry about, but not a standout ingredient either way.
At a glance
- Category
- meat
- Grade
- good
- Base score
- 0.8 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 4 products
- Also listed as
- krill protein, ground krill protein
Common questions about krill protein
Is Krill Protein good for dogs?
Yes, we grade it as a good ingredient: recognisable and nutritionally useful, so it lifts a product’s score. Bear in mind that no single ingredient decides quality; the whole recipe and its balance matter more.
How many UK dog foods contain krill protein?
4 UK products list krill protein as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is krill protein called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: krill protein, ground krill protein. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade krill protein?
We grade it good, our highest grade, reserved for recognisable ingredients that add real nutritional value. Every ingredient is converted to its dry-matter share and scored from our glossary before a recipe gets its 1-100 rating; the full method is on our methodology page.
What is krill protein in dog food?
Krill protein is a concentrated protein ingredient made from small Antarctic crustaceans. It is sometimes used as an alternative marine protein source and can supply omega-3 fatty acids.
Can dogs with shellfish allergies eat krill protein?
Krill is a crustacean, so dogs with shellfish or crustacean sensitivities may react to krill protein. If your dog has a known seafood allergy, speak to your vet before feeding a food containing krill.
